Jewish Heritage Tours

CONTACT: 202.244.3975 RAH Productions P.O. Box 11398 Washington, DC 20008
robynhelzner@verizon.net
Robyn Helzner Jewish Heritage Tours Kreplach & Bacalhau Jewish Heritage Tour to Portugal November 8 –18, 2020
 ollow in the footsteps of 
 Sephardic Jews who made 
 Portugal their home.
Visit synagogues and Jewish museums 
in Porto, Trancoso, Belmonte, Tomar and Lisbon Celebrate Shabbat with the Lisbon Jewish community Learn about the Anusim — Jews 
forced to convert to Christianity who practiced Judaism in secret for hundreds of years Explore royal castles and historic universities Experience port wine tasting Enjoy lectures presented by our expert tour educator Sing melodies of the Portuguese Jews Explore other top attractions throughout this fascinating journey

Lisbon

Trancoso

Belmonte

Porto

F “The local history, the Jewish history
 and how you wove in the Ladino music
 was the icing on the cake!" –Richard A.

Tomar

For more information, e-mail robynhelzner@verizon.net I look forward to traveling with you! Robyn Helzner

 

Physical Fitness Requirements: The nature of this itinerary will make for long days with much exploration, mostly on foot. Some sites include flights of stairs without elevators and stairs without banisters. 
Participants should be able to: • Walk at a moderate pace for extended periods of time without needing to sit • Climb several flights of stairs or walk up an incline without difficulty • Get in and out of transportation unassisted (bus, train, plane, etc.) If you have mobility issues (regularly use walking aids – cane, crutches, scooter, etc.) or fitness questions, please contact 202-244-3975 to confirm that this trip is right for you.

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